“People in rural areas still have no shelter and people in Halifax and Elland have given very generously,” said Mr Tariq, of Halifax.

“And, people in Pakistan appreciate what is sent.

“We give direct to the people and there is no third party involved.

“I will be going out for four weeks and I am paying for my own ticket.

“It makes me happy when I give with my own hands.”

He has previously been on several aid missions into Pakistan and Kosovo and said this might be his last due to his age.

The authorities say around 20 million people were affected by the floods and Mr Tariq said despite the time lapse help for those affected and been slow leaving many families still desperately in need of the support from communities around the world.